Richton High School

Richton School District
701 ELM AVENUE
RICHTON, MS 39476
281 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Richton High School, located on Elm Avenue in Richton, Mississippi, serves as the central secondary educational institution for the local community. As part of the Richton School District, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic experience for its students, balancing rigorous coursework with extracurricular opportunities designed to foster both intellectual and personal growth. The school functions as a hub for the local area, emphasizing a commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education or entering the workforce.

The institution prides itself on maintaining a supportive environment that reflects the values of its small-town setting. By utilizing resources provided through its official website, the school keeps students, parents, and the community informed about academic calendars, athletic schedules, and district initiatives. Overall, Richton High School remains focused on cultivating a culture of academic achievement and community pride, aiming to equip its student body with the necessary skills to navigate their future endeavors effectively.
281
Total Students
22.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    184 (65.5%)
  • Black
    69 (24.6%)
  • Two or More
    23 (8.2%)
  • Hispanic
    5 (1.8%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Richton School District
Phone: (601)788-9608
Website: http://www.richtonschools.com
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 281
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 147
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 26

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 49
Grade 8 44
Grade 9 51
Grade 10 42
Grade 11 53
Grade 12 42
Gender Ratio